Would You?

[Rockhound]

Blah Blah Blah . . . . .

So it isn't acceptable to ask for proof in this case?

[Nismo V]

Rockhound I don't think it not acceptable, given that 175 hp numbers he has claimed, but it might be nice ask him to post here zerothread/280513

[TheClevelandSound]

So why then would you buy a Versa? And why run NOS in a Versa?

I am dubious of the stock automatic transmission's ability to handle 175 hp for very long without issues, as well.

Also, who are you sponsored by, and for what? Street racing?

Yeah i am sponsored by a japanese motorist company.

The reasons i picked a Versa for street racing is this...

The Versa has far better handling than most other cars i have raced with. It hugs the curves better than a BMW Z4

Not many people realize what potential this car has. I put NOS in it just to fuel the flame...haha.Give the Versa more credit tho...I have won more races with this one than any other...and if u have doubts about the Versa, just ask the guys from turn3.

***and btw...guys please stop fighting. I know i am an ******* already.

[jfanaselle]

Don't sponsors usually make you put stickers on the car so they can justify giving you money or parts? And I've never heard of a sponsor of street racing, especially since it's illegal everywhere. Usually companies sponsor professional race cars so that people who want to street race will go buy their parts.

[Rockhound]

The Versa has far better handling than most other cars i have raced with. It hugs the curves better than a BMW Z4

Not putting you down or anything, 'cause I like the Versa quite a bit - it's a great car.

But it would appear that your suspension is entirely stock at this point...and I've noticed a great deal of body roll in our Versa. My G20 out handles it in every department on its stock setup - it was called one of the top-10 handling cars in the world by automobile magazine. Just saying, pound for pound, the Versa's stock setup is a little soft.

But props to you for choosing a different path than most folks who just mod Civics and the other usual suspects.

[lain]

cant imagine anybody wanting to sponsor you with those rims

[BBISHOPPCM]

I have a few theories... the sponsor logos and body graphics are removable, to allow him to cruise around without arousing suspicion from the fuzz. The suspension is airbagged, so he can ride at normal height... any of you see Chitty Chitty Bang Bang? use your imagination. If a 1920's Mercedes can fly, a 2007 Versa can morph into a drag race car with the push of a button.

[Rockhound]

I'm not trying to mock the guy, I just wanted some insight onto what he'd done to his Versa and why he picked it.

The claim that the Versa can out-handle a Z4 really confuses me though. The Versa's suspension is setup for comfort, not performance, and the ride is very comfortable. But just try and push it a little and it gets pretty questionable. That's fine by me though (and my wife) as we didn't buy it for it's performance.

[TheClevelandSound]

Ok well here is where i get all my stuff...

My dad owns a Z4, I have driven both and in my OPINION the Versa handles better.

I have put 3,000 dollars in the suspension of my car, everything is brand new. I had problems with it for months, but finally its all worked out.

I had a "Toshimo" Decal on my car until I was sited by the police. I had a $250.00 and i had to remove it. So now I just got a generic nissan windshield decal...it looks pretty cool.

Im not lying to u guys..the last thing id lie about is a car..

it took me lot of time and money to get my Versa the way it is.

*btw...i love my rims!

[sigjam]

I love the way my versa handles. Could you supply a parts list for the turbo and NOS? I would love to do these mods!

[nfntruth]

I would love to see a pic of under the hood. How did you set up your NOS? I too think its weird to see so much money spent on a Versa, it feels like its gonna fly off the freeway at speeds much more than 75, very "floaty".

[TheClevelandSound]

yeah ill post pics...once i have enough time to sit down and make a lists of all the mods i will do that too..

it is pretty floaty on the highway, but with a new suspension is feels like it is more grounded.

[fastlyfe]

most people, commonly called "street racers" buy an econo box to race. the insurance is cheap and parts and labor is cheap. here is a list

honda civiceclipsecelicanissan 240sxcorolla honda fittoyota yarisVERSA

its not a suprise that this car will be modded, just time.I wouldnt buy a bmw and modded cuz it would cost to much to do it right or cheapen it and make it look like a honda

http://damox.com/cars/wallpape...a.htm

[Clipsed]

yeah ill post pics...once i have enough time to sit down and make a lists of all the mods i will do that too..

it is pretty floaty on the highway, but with a new suspension is feels like it is more grounded.

almost a week and no pics, I am now doubting this is real. . . .

o0o and what shot of nos are you using, and are you doing wet or dry injection?

[jfanaselle]

Everyone that I have ever known to fix up a car, especially an uncommonly fixed up one such as a V, is so proud of what has been done that they are all about posting pics and specs. I'm with you clipsed, this has to be untrue, and I'll keep holding that ground until I see otherwise.

[Clipsed]

yea, just as FM posted pics of their Versa, heck, I would believe a Suzuki Sidekick is turbocharged before I would believe he turbocharged his Versa and he is squeezing o0o ANNNNND he is sponsored? PSHHT I know if someone sponsored me, I would have a banner on my car, and I would say, . . . .

"Hey Versa peeps, guess what, I got a turbo Versa, sponsored by company x, you should check em out http://www.blah.xxx"

There is no way that the STOCK internals would be able to handle a turbocharger AND NOS. No way I believe this after I thought about it.

o0o wait . . .

There is a turbocharged Suzuki Sidekick

http://www.foo.is/gallery/newturbo

o0o wait, he has 1/4 mile slips to prove it too!! o0o man, Clevland, you are WAYYY behind bro, I think you need to step up to my Sidekick friends!!!

LMFAO!

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[Rockhound]

First off, let me state that I'm not trying to be a jerk. Please don't read an argumentative tone into my writing, as I'm not trying to 'start' anything. And Clipsed, I'll apologize right off for being a nagging jerk the other day trying to prove you "wrong"...that was stupid of me.

But when I tried to politely inquire TheClevelandSound about his mods, especially the 175hp claim, I was told...

Who cares what he does with his car or what transmission he has, if you don't like it then leave your comments to yourself...

The only reason I was making inquiries was to try and test the validity of his claims, not to "slam" him or put him down, as may have been interpreted by my posts earlier in this thread. I can see how that tone can be read into my posts, but it wasn't my intention to be overly negative - just inquisitive.

I'm still not saying TheClevelandSound is lying - it's just that in a case like this (saying $3000 has been spent on suspension - when the car in his signature appears to have the same wheel gap as the stock Versa sitting in my garage...claiming to be making 175 hp...sponsored...so on and so forth) the burden of proof definitely rests in his hands.

And just for the record, I'm not against modding the Versa, or any other car for that matter. My opinion is just that there are probably cars that are more suited for such endeavors - but I applaud anyone for being unique. Yes, fastlyfe, I know what cars are popular on the "import" scene (you forgot a few - primarily some SR20 powered vehicles ) and I understand why they are preferred over more expensive vehicles.

There is no way that the STOCK internals would be able to handle a turbocharger AND NOS. No way I believe this after I thought about it.

BINGO!

That's what I was getting at earlier, mainly. I still would like to know how much power the stock automatic transmission (or CVT) can handle, as well. His claims just seem too good to be true, that's all. But I guess time will tell if he proves all our doubts wrong.

[Clipsed]

well after further thought, I want proof now with all the claims and seeing he had it posted in the gallery on the portal page (NissanVersa.Org)

[Rockhound]

well after further thought, I want proof now with all the claims and seeing he had it posted in the gallery on the portal page (NissanVersa.Org)

That's fine. You and me both, man.

[TheClevelandSound]

um sorry...

thanks for making me feel like an ******* man. Ill have some pics up by tomorrow.

[KimberKenobi]

a turbo 'Kik... that bends my brain.

I'm not sure how I feel about that... I need some time to process... Looked like a heck of a lot of fab work though...